Institutions: U.S. Green Building Council

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is an organization dedicated to promoting sustainable building practices. It develops standards like LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) that encourage buildings to be environmentally friendly, energy-efficient, and healthy for occupants. By providing certification programs, education, and resources, USGBC helps architects, builders, and owners design and maintain structures that minimize environmental impact while maximizing efficiency and comfort. Its goal is to create buildings that are good for the planet and beneficial for the people who use them.